This Kutani-yaki yunomi (teacup) is decorated with gold painted leaves.
Kutani-yaki (九谷焼) is a style of Japanese porcelain traditionally from Kutani, now a part of Kaga, Ishikawa, in the former Kaga Province, Japan. Porcelain wares made here became popular in the 17th century and after production in Kutani was revived in the 19th century, it is known for its intricate designs, called aka-e kinran-de (赤絵 金襴手) Kutani
Dimensions:
6.4cm (2.5in) - width
7.9cm (3.1in) - height
150ml - capacity
Condition: Very good
This vintage Japanese item ships from Thailand.
